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Learn facts and statistics about type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and prediabetes among adults and youth in the United States

Describes rare forms of diabetes that result from mutations in a single gene. Discusses diagnosis, genetic testing, and counseling.

Learn what the A1C test is, how it works and is used to diagnose and monitor type 2 diabetes and prediabetes, when it doesn’t work, and how A1C relates to eAG.

Lists private health insurance, government health insurance, and other health care services for people with diabetes, plus helpful organizations or resources.

The true prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is unknown. The objective of this study was 1) to provide the most current GDM prevalence reported on the birth certificate and the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) questionnaire and 2) to compare GDM prevalence from PRAMS across 2007–2008 and 2009–2010.

Quitting smoking is a critical step toward diabetes control. It is not known whether smoking rates in adults with diabetes are similar to rates among adults who do not have the disease or whether people with diabetes have increased motivation to quit.